Berklee

Chair of Brass

Berklee College of Music - Boston

Sponsorship not specified$137k-$160kDetected 30 days ago

LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringAdaptability

About the role

Job Description: About Berklee and the Opportunity Berklee College of Music is a global leader in contemporary music and performing arts education.
Berklee seeks an accomplished musician-educator and experienced academic leader to serve as Chair of the Brass Department.
This 12-month administrative position includes teaching responsibilities as assigned and approved by the Dean.

The Chair works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and divisional leadership to advance curricular excellence, support faculty development, promote student success, and ensure responsible stewardship of departmental resources in alignment with Berklee policies, Faculty Union Agreement provisions, and institutional priorities.
Reading and interpretation of fully notated scores and chord-symbol lead sheets
Support student development as artists and professionals, preparing students not only as instrumentalists but as adaptable, creative musicians with clear pathways to professional careers and/or graduate-level study.
Support faculty development across all ranks through mentorship, clear expectations, and consistent communication.
Lead faculty recruitment and hiring processes in collaboration with the Dean, HR, and union guidelines.
Support student recruitment, orientation, advising, and retention initiatives.
Ensure students receive consistent academic guidance and access to appropriate support resources.
Manage the Brass Department's budget, facilities, and operational resources in collaboration with the Dean and divisional staff.

Master's degree or equivalent professional experience.
Demonstrated expertise as a brass specialist with significant professional standing.
Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, arts administration, or comparable professional settings.
Ability to work effectively within a unionized academic environment and shared governance structure.
Proficiency with instructional and administrative technologies.
Provide leadership for the academic and artistic direction of the Brass Department in alignment with Berklee's mission and degree requirements.

Conduct faculty evaluations, including classroom observations, syllabus and materials review, student feedback analysis, and written annual evaluations.

Instrumental technique and performance health
Ensure curriculum aligns with institutional learning outcomes, accreditation expectations, and approved program requirements.
Foster an inclusive learning environment that supports student success, well-being, and artistic development.
salary dependent on relevant experience and education.
Please visit the Total Rewards page to learn more about the benefits of working at Berklee.
The hiring range will be $137,000 - $160,000; salary dependent on relevant experience and education.

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking leader who is deeply grounded in brass performance and pedagogy, fluent across jazz, popular, and classical traditions, and inspired by Berklee's mission to educate adaptable, creative artists prepared for today's and tomorrow's music industry.

Statement
Berklee College of Music is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable academic community. Candidates whose experiences and perspectives will contribute to this commitment are strongly encouraged to apply.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
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